Arun Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Arun during May 2023 reveals a distinct pattern that diverges from the UK average in several key areas. With a crime rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents, the area recorded 1175 total crimes, 13.7% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. The most significant portion of these crimes fell into the category of violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 35.3% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.1%) and criminal damage and arson (11.8%). This distribution highlights a focus on interpersonal and property-related crimes, which may be influenced by the area's social and geographic characteristics. The seasonal context of May, with its extended evenings and increased social activity, likely contributes to the prominence of violent and public order offences. While violence and sexual offences remain the most common category, their rate in Arun is 14% below the UK average, suggesting a more controlled environment in this area compared to the national trend. Conversely, criminal damage and arson in Arun are 29% above the UK average, indicating a specific vulnerability in this category that may require targeted interventions. The overall balance of crime types reflects a community where social interactions and property-related issues dominate, but where the prevalence of certain crimes is lower than the national benchmark. This mix of factors provides a nuanced understanding of the local crime profile, shaped by both seasonal dynamics and underlying social patterns.

May 2023 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Theft from the person increased by 200%, rising from 2 to 6 incidents, a sharp jump that may reflect changes in public behaviour during longer evenings. Burglary also rose sharply by 126.3%, with the number of incidents jumping from 19 to 43, potentially linked to seasonal shifts in home occupancy or increased opportunities for offenders. In contrast, robbery decreased by 40%, from 10 to 6 incidents, a decline that may indicate improved security measures or altered criminal activity patterns. The breakdown of crimes reveals that violence and sexual offences remain the most prevalent category, contributing 35.3% of all incidents. However, Arun's rate for this category is 14% below the UK average, suggesting a relative safety in this area compared to the national picture. These changes highlight the dynamic nature of crime in Arun, where specific categories can fluctuate dramatically within a single month.

Arun's crime rate in May 2023 rose by 10.4% compared to April, reaching 6.9 per 1,000 residents from 6.3 per 1,000. This increase, though modest, suggests a shift in crime patterns during the month. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 38 crimes per day, a figure that reflects both the volume of incidents and the local population density. When viewed through the lens of monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 145 residents, a statistic that contextualises the frequency of crime within the community. With a population of 170,064, the scale of these numbers underscores the importance of understanding how individual incidents contribute to the overall picture. The rise in crime rate aligns with the seasonal transition into warmer weather, which may influence outdoor activity and, consequently, the types of crimes reported. This perspective allows residents to grasp how their daily lives intersect with broader statistical trends.